Broccoli Salad with Champagne Vinaigrette

If there’s one place in my hometown that I could eat at every day, it’s this little spot that serves the most addicting salad. Picture this: crisp lettuce, shredded chicken, toasted almonds, and goat cheese, all perfectly coated in a vinaigrette that’s somehow creamy, sweet, and utterly delicious. And to top it all off? They bring it out with half a loaf of freshly baked, salted bread that’s basically heaven in carb form. I mean, it’s dangerously good.

But, as much as I love that salad, I wanted to create something I could meal prep and enjoy all week long without it turning into a soggy, sad situation by day two. Enter my Broccoli Salad with Champagne Vinaigrette. Instead of lettuce, I’m using broccoli because it holds up beautifully in the fridge and stays crisp and fresh. Plus, I’ve added some of my favorite extras—thinly sliced shallots, jalapeños for a little heat, and cilantro to keep things bright and flavorful.

The real star, though, is the champagne vinaigrette. It’s got that same creamy, sweet vibe that I fell in love with at the restaurant, but with a little extra zing to make the flavors pop. This dressing ties everything together, making each bite a perfect balance of crunch, creaminess, and freshness.

And the best part? This salad gets better as it sits, so it’s the perfect make-ahead dish for busy days when you want something delicious and satisfying waiting for you in the fridge. Trust me, this Broccoli Salad with Champagne Vinaigrette is the upgrade your lunch game has been waiting for. Enjoy every bite—and maybe grab a slice of your favorite bread to go with it. Because let’s be honest, what’s a good salad without some bread on the side?

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Broccoli Salad with Champagne Vinaigrette

This Broccoli Salad with Champagne Vinaigrette is a meal-prep-friendly twist on a restaurant favorite, featuring crunchy broccoli, shallots, jalapeños, and cilantro tossed in a creamy, sweet vinaigrette. It's the perfect balance of fresh, bright, and satisfying flavors that only get better as they sit!

Ingredients

Champagne Vinaigrette

• 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons champagne vinegar
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 2 teaspoons honey
• 2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1 teaspoon salt kosher

Broccoli Salad

• 1 head broccoli florets finely chopped flor
• 1 jalopeno diced, with or without seeds
• 1 bunch Cilantro Finely chopped
• 1 small shallot thinly sliced
• 1/2 cup dates pitted and chopped
• 4 oz goat cheese crumbled
• 2 chicken breast shredded
• 1/4 cup almonds toasted and chopped

Instructions

Champagne vinaigrette

• Add all ingredients to a small bowl or jar. Mix throughly.

Broccoli Salad

• Combine all ingredients into a large bowl. Pour dressing over and mix throughly. Serve immediately or store in fridge until ready to eat.